Saturday, July 7, 2012

Health happens in neighbourhoods, not in doctors' offices.

In 1974, 66 percent of all children walked or biked to school By 2000, that number had dropped to 13 percent.

Now that physical activity has been engineered out of children's lives, only a quarter of the children in California can pass a basic fitness test. Two in seven volunteers for the military cannot get in because they're not in good enough physical condition.

There aren't enough sidewalks, nearby parks, and safe places to walk, bike, or play outdoors in many communities. The design of these communities makes it harder for young people to develop autonomy—something that's as important as strength as endurance. (Dr. Richard Jackson)

Let's take the health of our neighbourhood seriously - the spiritual, emotional & physical health.

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